NFL Mock Draft 2014: With four rounds

Chargers address pass rush, secondary and wide receiver with first four picks

South Carolina defensive end Jadeveon Clowney smiles as he sits on the bench during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Kentucky, Saturday, Oct. 5, 2013, in Columbia, S.C. (AP Photo/Rainier Ehrhardt)
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South Carolina defensive end Jadeveon Clowney smiles as he sits on the bench during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Kentucky, Saturday, Oct. 5, 2013, in Columbia, S.C. (AP Photo/Rainier Ehrhardt)
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Grabbing Cam Newton an explosive pass catcher with this pick certainly wouldn't hurt his development. Cooks is an extraordinary athlete with the agility and home-run speed to help immediately on offense and special teams, which would come in handy if they don't resign Ted Ginn. Top needs: WR, CB, OT.

29) New England (12-4) — Jason Verrett, CB, TCU, Sr.

The loss of Aqib Talib to the Broncos necessitates this pick. While Verrett is a bit undersized, he changes directions and breaks on the ball with ease. His ball skills are towards the top of this corner class. Top needs: DT, TE, CB.

30) San Francisco (12-4) — Kelvin Benjamin, WR, Florida St., So.

Benjamin is the pick if the Niners don't trade up for Evans. They need a big, physical receiver to counter the Seahawks aggressive defensive backfield, and help them in the red zone. Benjamin is a massive wide receiver at 6-5 and more than 230 pounds. He makes spectacular catches look routine. Exhibit A: his game-winning catch in the national championship. Top needs: WR, CB, C.

31) Denver (13-3) — Ryan Shazier, OLB, Ohio St., Jr.

The Broncos need an influx of athleticism in their linebacking corps. Shazier had a vertical jump of 42, the best of any player at the combine. He also demonstrated a knack for making big plays while at Columbus. Top needs: OT, CB, DL.

32) Seattle (13-3) — Jace Amaro, TE, Texas Tech, Jr.

How much better could Russell Wilson be if he had an actual weapon at the tight end position? Amaro was able to pull in 106 passes for Texas Tech last season and has the ability to go up and make difficult catches. Top needs: WR, OL, DE.

ROUND TWO

33) Houston — Jimmy Garoppolo, QB, Eastern Illinois, Sr.

34) Washington — Stephon Tuitt, DE, Notre Dame, Jr.

The Redskins need help all over their defense. Tuitt comes from the Irish's three-man front and has experience playing outside and inside. He's certainly big enough to play tackle in the NFL. He is a sneaky good athlete for being more than 300 pounds. Top needs: DB, ILB, OL.